Recipe: Peanut Butter Breakfast Bars

Peanut Butter Breakfast Bars
recipelink.com Chat Room Recipe Swap - 2001-09-02
From: Kelly~WA
Makes 8 bars

3 cups enriched cereal flakes, any brand
1/2 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup raisins or diced dried fruits
1/2 cup syrup or honey
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup chunky-style peanut butter
1/3 cup instant nonfat dry milk

Combine cereal, wheat germ and raisins in a bowl. In small saucepan, heat syrup and sugar. Bring mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and continue boiling for two minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; blend in peanut butter and dry milk, mixing quickly and well. Pour over cereal mixture; stir to coat. Press mixture into greased 8-inch baking dish. Chill overnight. Cut into bars and store in airtight container.

Cut into eight large portions, each bar contains about 375 calories, 12 grams of protein, 46 grams of carbohydrates and 12 grams of fat.